2007 Audi S8 vs. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi S8 | 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Audi | Morgan |
Model | S8 | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |